Patriot's Point Chic

On September 19 of this year, I had the pleasure of being the day-of wedding coordinator for Jenna and Amit's special day. What looked like it would end up being a rainy day, turned out to be a beautiful day. Jenna was a pleasure to work with from the start. She is extremely organized and on the ball - a dream bride for any wedding planner. Jenna brought a lot of fun ideas to the table for her big day. A few of my favorite ideas of Jenna's that we were able to implement were the childrens' tables and her musically talented friend singing and playing the piano Billy Joel style. (Yes, I know what I am getting myself into by comparing someone to Billy Joel - but it is definitely a fair comparison.) Any child would have been lucky to attend this wedding - Jenna had a yummy looking pasta dish served to the children at their table which was decorated with candy and fun things to do. The little ones even had a babysitter and a photo booth to keep them entertained - as if the personalized games and coloring books were not enough:-) Jenna and Amit's good friend - who is the best Billy Joel type cover singer that I have ever seen or heard - entertained guests for the latter part of the reception while the DJ was given a break. All of the special moments of Jenna and Amit's wedding day were captured by the ever so talented Chris Smith of Chris and Cami Photography. When the guests were not dining on the delicious eats that were provided by the Pavilion's catering company, they were enjoying a wonderful cake designed and baked by Lauren at The Cake Stand. A few other vendors that I can't go without mentioning ...

Venue, Bar, and Catering - The Pavilion at Patriot's Point - Contact Lacy Davidson at (843) 849-2412
Florist - Flowers by Frankie - Contact Frankie at (843) 296-4252
DJ - Jay Maxwel's Music by Request - Contact Jay or Donna at (843) 832-3535 and request Darius
Photo Booth - Joe Bunn DJ Company - Contact Kent (919( 610-7970
Rentals - Snyder Event Retnals and Staffing - Contact Connie at (843) 766-3366
Lighting - Fox AV Rentals - Contact Steve at (843) 729-7267
Decor Rentals - Stage Presence - Contact Alex at (843) 225-5631

You can see more of Jenna and Amit under the "Featured Chic" portion of our website. All in all a wonderful time had by all - Even if they were Gator fans! Congratulations Mr. and Mrs. Amit Vyas!

Eco-Friendly Chic

Look at me go - four blog posts in one day! That is more than I usually blog in a year!!

I was surfing the web trying to figure out how to get a recycling bin for our home (my husband and I are a little behind on these things) when I can across these recycling bins for events. So I know they are not the most glamorous things but I am confident we could find a way to drape these in linen just like we do the trash cans - yes trash cans at weddings are most often placed behind the bar and draped in linen - that's why you don't notice them:-) If your friends and family drink like mine then just think about all of the bottles and cans that are gone through during a four or five hour reception. Let's get on board. Click here for more details. xoxo

Warrior Chic

When I first came on the scene a few years ago ... it became clear to me very quickly that Charleston wedding makeup and Leslie Moore of Moore Makeup were one in the same. Since then, numerous brides have raved to me about what an awesome job Leslie or members of her team did on their makeup. Not only are they extrememly talented and professional, but they also have this amazing ability to make you laugh and relax at the same time. I know this first hand because I was lucky enough to have Leslie do my makeup for my cousin Lauren's wedding in November of 2008. Leslie came across to me as beautiful and strong from the start, but after reading this article in the Post and Courier today - I feel that way about her more than ever.

THE FIGHTER
The faces of breast cancer
BY ALLYSON BIRD , KRISTEN HANKLA
The Post and Courier
Friday, October 2, 2009

"As the chemicals ooze into Leslie Moore's body, she glances down at the tattoo on her forearm.

The cursive black letters remind her to stay focused on what she has become: Warrior.

She knows that over the next six hours of chemotherapy, her mind will become foggy. Tomorrow, she will feel like a cement truck has poured its load on her. And the day after that will be the worst: kind of like the flu, kind of like early pregnancy. But worse than both.

She'll experience a nausea so intense that for a week she'll be able to eat only bananas and crackers.

The 37-year-old Hanahan resident found the lump four months ago. Since then, she's had both breasts removed and then reconstructed; she's had six lymph nodes taken out; and she's completed three of 16 rounds of chemo. Later, there will be radiation.

Her hair has gone from long, shiny auburn strands to reddish patches on a pale scalp.

She runs a manicured hand over her head. The dark polish prevents her from knowing if her fingernails have turned black. A makeup artist with her own business, Moore used to tell her clients how important inner beauty is. Now she's having to tell herself.

While she dreads the treatments, she shows up for them because of her 2-year-old daughter, her 5-year-old son and her husband who need her. She fights because she's not finished here. She feels like her life is just beginning.

Moore said she used to be too busy but has learned to be more present. She sinks into each moment and logs them in her mind.

"It's been a really sweet time for me and my family.""

Some more inspiration for you ladies ... I LOVE the part about inner beauty. Please keep Leslie and her family in your thoughts and prayers. xoxo

September Chic

A sneak peek at two of our three September weddings ...

Adrian and Jody at Daniel Island's Smythe Park on 9.19.09 - Photographed by the fabulous and fun Valerie Schooling of Richard Bell Photography

Jenna and Amit at the Pavilion at Patriot's Point on 9.26.09 - Photographed by the always inspiring and ever so sweet Chris Smith of Chris and Cami Photography

More September to come! xoxo

White Thread Chic

My friend and colleague, Juliet Jones of Juliet Elizabeth Photography, just posted a facebook message that featured a link to check out some of her work. Little did I know that this link would lead me to a blog featuring all things I love (weddings, shoes, the Carolinas, etc.). Check it out! Below is a sneak peak at the blog for those of you who may be a little too "tired" to check out the site right now.

Charleston Museum celebrates 150 years of wedding fashion: Posted by Dina Holland in Aisle Style on October 1st, 2009

"Like you needed yet another reason to visit Charleston right? Beginning October 16th, the Charleston Museum will be displaying an original exhibition celebrating the wedding wardrobe in a way only a history rich city like Charleston can. Aisle Style: 150 Years of Wedding Fashion will showcase accessories, trousseau items and, of course, the white gown in all its incarnations. Make it to the opening reception and you can enjoy cocktails, light hors d’oeuvres and yummy wedding cake courtesy of Newton Farms Catering and Ashley Bakery. Get your tickets here. Can’t be there for opening night? Fear not! You can follow along with all the fun on the Aisle Style blog. But be sure to get there before June 30th, 2010 when these beauties go back into storage. This is definitely a must for all fashion and wedding connoisseurs alike."

Talk about inspiration ... Hope to see you ladies there! xoxo